BMW 230i xDrive vs Lexus RC300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus RC300
Overview
| Spec | BMW 230i xDrive230i xDrive | Lexus RC300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 230i xDrive | 300 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 230i xDrive230i xDrive | Lexus RC300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,700 (best) | $45,270 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 230i xDrive230i xDrive | Lexus RC300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 17.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 230i xDrive230i xDrive | Lexus RC300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 230i xDrive230i xDrive | Lexus RC300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft (best) | 10.4 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,594 lbs (best) | 3,737 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in (best) | 107.5 in |
| Length | 179 in | 185 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 55.1 in (best) | 54.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 230i xDrive230i xDrive | Lexus RC300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 230i xDrive | Lexus RC300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 230i xDrive $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $45,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 300 $47,960 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 300 F SPORT $50,240 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 300 F SPORT $52,180 MSRP |